Bookatrix ideas

[gothic_vampy]

Has anyone ever made cards using one of those bookatrix things?

Just got myself one and know how to use it – just really want some inspiration and a look at what other people have done with it.

So come on crafty people – show me your bookatrix (please)

Thanks

[Chippa]

There are quite a few people who have bookatrix cards in their gallery, which you could look at for ideas.  I have one which was my very first attempt.  But I am sure there are plenty of others who make a much better job than I do.  Can't remember who else has at the moment, but you could try putting bookatrix in the search and see what comes up.

[Lizzz]

hello the bookatrix board is good have made a special 50th birthday card which was loved by recipient. have the other boards which i use a lot also have bone set of boarders have not use yet, will look out for christmas board at the nec.

[shishenko]

Hi I have the bookatrix the fan and the christmas board.  Christmas board is magic have had a go and will post as soon as I can.

[Debs]

Bookatrix is my fav toy at the moment, much better than the xmas board which is driving me up the wall! Also just got the dress to impress board, but only for the handbag template although I may try to make the romper suit into a santa!
Debs

[Ladyremo]

I Have used bookatrix board and love it.  The best tip is use good quailty card and paper and used a variety on each card i.e. mix plain, pearlescent and mirror or holographic in complementary colours.  Nice peeloff boarders set the card off to.  Then add any embellishment or stamped image you fancy or even a verse.  Play with the board its take a couple of attempts to get the knack of it but once you do its brilliant

[craftiecockney]

I  have the bookatrix board and love it i may my very first one as a present for my aunties and was very impressed with my attempt

once you start you will be hooked

[suzann]

To do the boards justice you do need to use the 6mm ball tool I tried with smaller tools while the 6mm arrived but it was harder to get the grooves Also if you use a candle  rubbed lightly over the card you will find the tool slides easier Hope this helps

[janekelly]

how heavy does the card have to be ?just starting out to make my first  bookatrix.Has anyone brought A & B cardstock ?to use on their bookatrix.Any tips welcome.

[craftiecockney]

i have used all thinkness of card and not had any problems as of yet
i have not brought any of a&b card stock yet

[tiptoe]

got mine for making my crimbo cards, but ended up using a different design. i think the Bookatrix make your cards,especially nice for events like births, weddings and anniversary's or for close family members who`s cards you want to look extra special.

[Biffo]

I have the Bookatrix that I find easy to use and I also have the Framey, the Romance and the new Majestic which has some smaller designs on. All can be mixed together for great results.

[myra]

hi there im a new member so have just picked up this thread  i have all the board and like them all love the bookatrix though.

if you still need ideas go to my picture trail and youll see some there that are mounted on A4 folded some that go on a plate stand and some minitrix ones[/b]


myra

[Janet F.]

HI Myra
firstly welcome to the forum
we have put a welcome thread for you in general discussions
you will find most of us chatting there and are welcome to join us there whenever you wish

I have just spent ages looking at your picture trail  all your cards are lovely  no one could be stuck for ideas after seeing them they are fantastic  thanks for letting us see them

Take care 

[shirley r]

Hi I have all the keepsake boards and embossing bars
i use any kind of card on them  i love doing bookatrix cards and have quite a few on my website